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Florida sees 1,150% VPN surge after Pornhub blocks state access
What happened: VPN demand soars 1,150% after Pornhub blocks Florida users On 1 January 2025, Florida witnessed a dramatic surge in VPN demand, with vpnMentor recording a 1150% increase between midnight and 4am. This VPN spike followed Pornhub’s decision to block access to users…
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Classic game DOOM transformed into a CAPTCHA for verification
What happened: In a unique twist on online verification, a developer has created a CAPTCHA system using the iconic first-person shooter game DOOM. Instead of selecting images or solving puzzles, users must play a short segment of the game and eliminate demons to prove they are…
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JPMorgan: Bitcoin and gold key in currency debasement hedge
What happened: Bitcoin and gold rise as currency hedge JPMorgan has emphasized that the “debasement trade” – a strategy of investing in assets like bitcoin and gold to hedge against currency debasement – is becoming a permanent fixture in financial markets. The bank noted that…
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Nobel chemistry prize recognises AI advances in protein prediction
AI’s impact on protein prediction The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three scientists, including Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind, and John Jumper, a DeepMind scientist. Who is Demis Hassabis? Co-founder of DeepMind They were recognised for developing AlphaFold, an…
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Micropayments: Unlocking new business models
In recent years, micropayments have emerged as a powerful and disruptive force in the digital economy, enabling businesses to explore entirely new business models that were once unfeasible. The growing popularity of digital content, services, and microtransactions is…
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Telecom giants capitalise on copper recycling
What happened: Telecom giants turn to copper recycling Global telecom operators, including BT, Telia, Telenor, and Telstra, are set to earn over $10 billion by recycling decommissioned copper cables over the next 15 years, as fibre broadband and wireless networks replace older…
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Shiba Inu burn rate soars 972%, driving price rebound
Shiba Inu burn rate jumps 972%, driving price up by 3%.
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Ripple CTO David Schwartz denies billionaire status
What happened: Ripple CTO denies being a billionaire despite XRP success Ripple CTO David Schwartz has publicly denied rumors suggesting he is a billionaire, countering speculation within the cryptocurrency community. The rumors arose due to Schwartz’s prominent role in Ripple…
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Bitcoin may surge 10,000%, predicts Pantera Capital’s Morehead
Pantera Capital’s Dan Morehead forecasts Bitcoin’s market capitalisation could grow by 10,000%, revolutionising global finance.
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Dogecoin on brink of 91% surge amid January trends
Dogecoin (DOGE) may experience an impressive 91% surge this January, based on its historical performance trends.
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Power of private 5G: Inside CampusGenius GmbH with Co-Founder and Managing Director Thomas Höschele
Introduction to Thomas Höschele and CampusGenius GmbH Hello, my name is Thomas Höschele. I’m the Co-Founder and Managing Director of CampusGenius GmbH. We are a Germany-based company focusing on industrial communication networks. Whenever a customer needs their own 5G network to…
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XRP forms bullish divergence after 6% plunge
XRP shows bullish divergence after a 6% drop, suggesting potential relief for traders amidst broader market declines.
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Matador Technologies adopts Bitcoin as treasury reserve asset
What happened: Matador Technologies adopts Bitcoin for financial stability Matador Technologies, a leading software solutions provider, declares its decision to hold Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset, following the footsteps of companies like MicroStrategy. CEO Marcus Keller…
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6,663 Ethereum offloaded on Coinbase amid ongoing sell-off
What happened: Large Ethereum sale raises market concerns Coinbase witnessed a massive transaction as 6,663 Ethereum (ETH), valued at millions of dollars, was offloaded onto the exchange during a continued sell-off trend. This substantial sale comes amid a period of heightened…
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Bitcoin ETFs lose $1.2B in 3 days, longest since Trump
Bitcoin ETFs experience $1.2 billion outflows over three days, marking the longest streak since Trump’s re-election.
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Ripple’s CTO clarifies the unique nature of staking
What happened: Staking insights: Ripple CTO on taxation debates In a recent discussion on X, Ripple‘s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, provided important insights into the nature of staking in the cryptocurrency market. His comments were prompted by ongoing debates…
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PancakeSwap hits record $310B in trading volume for 2024
What happened: PancakeSwap achieves record-breaking year in DeFi growth Decentralized exchange (DEX) PancakeSwap has closed 2024 with a record-breaking $310 billion in trading volume, representing a 179% increase compared to 2023. This remarkable growth is attributed to a surge…
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WordPress.org threatens possible shutdown in 2025
What happened: Financial and technical challenges could halt platform’s operations WordPress.org issued a statement warning of a potential shutdown in 2025 due to significant financial and technical challenges. The open-source content management platform, which powers a…
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Bitcoin miners MARA and Hut 8 increase BTC holdings by $500M
MARA and Hut 8, two of the largest Bitcoin mining firms, bolster their Bitcoin reserves with significant purchases
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Microsoft pushes passkeys no opt-out option for customers
What happened: Microsoft enforces passkey adoption to enhance security Microsoft has been actively promoting the adoption of passkeys over traditional passwords, using a strategy that involves persistent “nudges” to encourage users to enroll in the new authentication system.…